Human Resources Analyst III

Pay Schedule XII, Grade 2M

A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, General Administration.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassificationas separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You must attach proof of licenses, certifications, and education to your application. Unofficial copies are accepted.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties

Job Purpose

Under the direction of Chief of Human Resources-DPWT, administers the departments Labor and Employee Relations program in accordance with Federal and State laws and applicable County rules and policies and assists with oversight of the daily functions performed. Coordinates activities with the work of other agencies within the County. Prepares and presents reports of activities. Interprets and ensures compliance with applicable human resources laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures, and memoranda of

understanding (union contract).

Serves as an employee relations specialist to DPWT, providing complete and accurate advice and information to employees, supervisors, and managers on a wide range of human resources policies and

practices. Assists departments in the interpretation and application of human resources laws, rules, regulations,

policies and procedures, and memoranda of understanding. Acts as employee relations specialist providing guidance to managers on disciplinary actions and in the use of performance management systems.

Essential Job Duties

• Investigates EEOC and fair practices complaints and prepares related reports.
• Provides advice to agency management regarding employee misconduct and disciplinary actions.
• Testifies at grievance hearings.
• Performs complex, technical and administrative tasks in the fields of labor and employee relations and human resources.
• Schedules and provides administrative support for hearings and meetings and takes whatever follow-up action is needed as a result of Board decisions.
• Assumes a lead role in the more difficult employee and labor relations matters, and provides training and guidance.
• Schedules and conducts consultation meetings between the County and the Union, researching the issue(s), seeks resolution(s) of union concerns when appropriate, and represents and protects management rights, as

necessary.

• Provides departmental management with guidance and assistance in dealing with employee misconduct and attendance issues by explaining the County's disciplinary system, any applicable County or contractual policies or benefits, and the union and county grievance procedures.
• Conducts training to management and supervisory employees on the interpretation and application of the provisions of union MOU's. Informs and trains management and supervisory employees in the principles, rules and regulations of various State and Federal employment laws, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Fair

Labor Standards Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Conducts investigations concerning allegations of discrimination or sexual harassment or other illegal or inappropriate conduct.

• Conducts research on various labor relations or human resources issues.
• Drafts correspondence and other types of reports or documents.
• Assists with analyzing employee and labor relations documents. Assists with identifying areas of compliance

vulnerability, anticipates and mitigates potential compliance risks and challenges.

• Performs related work as assigned.

Examples of Other Duties

• Performs other related duties as required.

NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree,

preferably in human resources administration, business or public administration, or psychology

Plus

Four years' professional experience in human resources administration.

(Experience in human resources administration may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education. Education beyond a bachelor's degree in human resources administration, business or public administration,

psychology, or law may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience.)

Must hold and maintain a current HR Certification through HR professional organizations including but not limited to, Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM), Human Capital Institute (HCI) and The Public Sector HR Association (PSHRA). If a strong candidate (as determined by the Department Head and Director of Human Resources) does not have a current HR certification, but does possess a Human Resources degree, they may still be considered with the understanding that an HR certification must be obtained within 6

months.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education

Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency

Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org).

Mail or deliver documents to:

ATTN: Human Resources Analyst III

Office of Human Resources

Baltimore County Government

308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204

You must attach proof of licenses, certifications, and education to your application. Unofficial copies are accepted

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment

Employees hired after July 1, 2022 are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System, with very limited exceptions.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may involve occasional travel between work sites.

Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.